Dinners made in 30 minutes or less to help you achieve your health goals! The Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest eating patterns. This eating pattern encourages you to eat plenty of veggies, whole grains, unsaturated fats and lean proteins. Photographer: Greg Dupree, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist: Emily Hall This weeks dinners align with theprinciples of this eating pattern. Plus, they are made in 30 minutes or less to make healthy dinners easy for you....

Serve along with maple syrup, or skip the syrup altogether and enjoy the natural sweetness from the berries. Microwave on High for 2 minutes. Stir and microwave on High again until slightly thickened and steaming, 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 minutes more. Tips Make Ahead Tip: To make ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day....

Pour the mixture over the vegetables. Put the lid on and gently shake a few times to distribute the flavorings. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to develop. Tips Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

Lively tasting quick pickled zucchini is a nice addition to any summer lunch or dinner spread. Cutting the zucchini into long strips makes for a pretty presentation. (You should have about 12 ounces of strips.) Place in a heatproof jar and add dill. Combine vinegar, water, sugar, mustard seeds, garlic and crushed red pepper in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Pour into the jar. Let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes....

Get cheesecake flavor without having to bake with this healthy dessert recipe. To make it gluten-free, look for gluten-free graham crackers. Top with more crumbs. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

ThisQuick Vegetable Sauteis perfect for busy weeknights. Keep reading for expert tips, including which vegetables go well together. Add shallot and cook, stirring, until softened, about 1 minute. Stir in frozen vegetables. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Stir in dill or tarragon, salt and pepper. Red, orange and yellow bell peppers will enhance any mix. They are delicious when sauteed with green beans, broccoli or cauliflower....

Sometimes basic is better. At breakfast, that can certainly be the case. These easy oatmeal recipes teach you the basic methods so you get creamy, tender oats every time. Fred Hardy The flavorings and toppings are up to you. Bring to a boil. Stir in oats and reduce heat to medium; cook for 1 minute. Fred Hardy Remove from heat, cover and let stand for 2 to 3 minutes. Microwave: Combine water (or milk), salt and oats in a 2-cup microwave-safe bowl....

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Make your own hot cereal mix with this healthy recipe. One serving of the warm cereal contains six grams of fiberalmost a quarter of your daily quota. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, partially cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 12 to 15 minutes. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Stir in a sweetener of your choice and top with nuts and/or more dried fruit, if desired. Tip Rolled barley and wheat flakes are steamed, dried and rolled-flat whole grains....

Protein-packed quinoa pairs with creamy avocado in this refreshing grain salad. It’s the perfect make-ahead side dish to bring on a picnic or take to a potluck. Or pack it for lunch or enjoy it as a light dinner. Add quinoa, avocados, tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro and scallion; stir gently until combined. Tips To make ahead: Refrigerate for up to 4 hours. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day....

Green peas add a pop of color to this bright whole-grain side dish. Plus, choosing frozen saves you timeno shelling required! Want to save even more time? Photo: Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh Use a pouch of precooked quinoa. Add shallot and cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in peas and quinoa; cook, stirring often, until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in lemon zest, goat cheese, salt and pepper....

Protein-rich quinoa and chickpeas add staying power to this zesty and healthy salad recipe. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until all the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Use a fork to fluff and separate the grains; let cool for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, sprinkle salt over garlic on a cutting board. Mash the garlic with the side of a spoon until a paste forms. Scrape into a medium bowl....

Even better, the chicken and lemons roast on one sheet pan, making cleanup a breeze. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon salt. Roast for 10 minutes. Place lemon slices on the other side of the baking sheet. Meanwhile, bring broth and quinoa to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer, cover and cook until the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes....